THE ROAD TO TRANSYLVANIA
The inspirational story of how one family left the UK to become 'Family' to those without a home in Romania.
Follow the daring adventure of the Slade family as they answered the call of love, giving up what they knew in the UK to share their practical faith in Eastern Europe. Through personal stories, observations and pictures from each family member, colleagues and those who the Slade's served in Romania, this book is a remarkable read and one that will leave you inspired.
ABOUT THE AUTHORS:
Phil and Elaine have four grown-up children who have all been involved with mission in Eastern Europe, the Mediterranean, Africa and Asia. One served on an OM ship, the whole family served in Romania for three years, and two are currently with Operation Mobilisation (OM) in South Asia and the Mediterranean area of Europe. They also have two grandchildren.
Phil and Elaine grew up in East London and are currently living near Peterborough. Phil comes from a Horticultural and Leisure Management background and after returning from Romania set up a Fair-Traded Business importing from the marginalised communities of Romania. He is currently serving with OM as a Relationship Manager, partnering with churches in the Southern part of England. Elaine is a retired Deputy Head, spending her time now supporting all generations of family and writing her own children's books in her spare time.
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PRAISE FOR THE BOOK
Phil Slade and his family packed themselves up and moved from the UK to Transylvania motivated by a love for Romania. This book captures their adventures and is an example to us all of beautiful things that happen when we follow our calling, however disruptive that may seem at first glance.
Her Majesty Margareta of Romania, Custodian of the Romanian Crown.
The Slade family heard God's call and set off, by faith, into the unknown. They were willing to uproot their family and cross geographical and cultural barriers because they knew how important it was to share their love of Jesus with those who were yet to hear of and experience his love. The way the whole family were included in the decision to go and the ministry that followed is a great example for families who are considering following Jesus' Great Commission to, "Go and make disciples of all nations." I recommend this book to all who, recognising God's call to witness to all peoples, are asking, "What would it mean for me and my family to leave the comforts and familiarities of my own country and serve as a cross cultural missionary?"
Matthew Skirton, OM UK CEO.
The Road to Transylvania tells the inspirational story of a whole family's obedient response to God's call on their lives. The book provides us with a fascinating blow by blow account of the practical, relational and spiritual journey from suburban Surrey to live in a small Romanian town; how they expressed the love of God particularly to young people, many of whom had lived in a now infamous state-run orphanage.
Steve Clifford Christian Leader, Speaker and Author. Former General Director of the UK Evangelical Alliance.